Stepping into 2025, the container trading landscape continues to be shaped by elevated container prices, driven by uncertainties arising from geopolitical tensions, trade wars, and tariff threats. Price trends and market impact The latest Container xChange Forecaster report indicates that the price trends observed in late 2024 are expected to persist into the first quarter of 2025, leading to higher asset costs for container traders. This is likely to impact short-term profitability as buyers and sellers navigate the evolving market conditions. Geopolitical factors and economic pressures At the start of the year, speculation is growing ...